1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Smart |
| Model | Piazza | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1820 mm |
